Today marks an extraordinary moment as you turn the page to a brand new chapter in your life story. This day is a celebration of your hard work, resilience, and the unwavering determination that has brought you to this proud milestone. Watching you cross the stage is the highlight of our academic year, and a wonderful tribute to your perseverance.
Pursuing an academic journey is never easy – it takes discipline, grit, and a steadfast commitment to your dreams. From the very moment you earned your place at CPUT (a university that receives over half a million applications each year) you have demonstrated that you have what it takes to succeed. However, this achievement is not yours alone, it is shared with your family, friends, spouses, and children. They have cheered you on, supported you through late nights and early mornings, and never stopped believing in your potential. Let the joyful celebrations in this hall echo the collective pride felt by everyone who has been part of your journey.
BOODSKAP VAN DIE VISEKANSELIER
Vandag word gekenmerk deur ‘n buitengewone oomblik soos elkeen wat gradueer die bladsy omblaai na die begin van ‘n nuwe hoofstuk in julle lewensverhale. Hierdie geleentheid vier julle harde werk, toewyding en volharding. Om te aanskou hoe julle grade ontvang, is die perfekte hoogtepunt van ons akademiese jaar, en getuig van julle vermoë om te volhard.
Die reis om by ‘n universiteit te studeer, is nooit maklik nie, en verg dissipline sowel as veerkragtigheid. Julle het uitstaande toewyding gedemonstreer deur koers te hou en in die toekoms te belê. Hierdie vasbeslote ingesteldheid het sigbaar geword die
oomblik toe elkeen van julle by KSUT – ‘n institusie met jaarliks meer as ‘n halwe miljoen aansoeke – aanvaar is. Hierdie prestasie behoort nie net aan julle nie, maar word gedeel deur die familie-lede, ouers, wederhelftes en kinders wat julle deurlopend ondersteun het. Mag die uitbundige toejuiging wat hierdie saal vul, ons herinner aan hierdie kollektiewe trots van almal wat deel was van julle reis.
Hierdie jaar se reeks gradeplegtighede is besonder betekenisvol, aangesien ons ‘n Ere-doktersgraad toeken aan die uittredende Kommissaris van die Suid-Afrikaanse Inkomstediens, Edward Kieswetter. Hy is
This year’s graduation series is especially meaningful as we award an Honorary Doctorate to the outgoing Commissioner of the South African Revenue Service, Edward Kieswetter. He is one of our very own alumni, and his remarkable career is a shining example of where a CPUT education can lead.
As CPUT approaches its 21-year milestone, we encourage you to stay connected, whether through the Convocation, mentoring, or creating opportunities for future students. Remember, learning is a lifelong endeavour, and today is only the beginning.
Vice-Chancellor
Prof Chris Nhlapo
een van ons eie alumni. Sy merkwaardige loopbaan is ‘n skitterende voorbeeld na waar ‘n KSUT-opleiding mens kan neem.
Terwyl KSUT se 21-jaar mylpaal nader, moedig ons julle aan om betrokke te bly aan die hand van formele strukture soos die Konvokasie, as mentore op te tree, of toekomstige gegradueerdes te ondersteun deur middel van werksgeleenthede. Ten slotte, onthou dat ‘n lewenslange leerproses die sleutel is tot volhoubare sukses –vandag is net die begin.
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this book; however, the University reserves the right at any time, if circumstances require, to make changes to any of the published details.
Alles moontlik is gedoen om seker te maak dat die inligting in hierdie boek korrek is. Die Universiteit behou hom egter die reg voor om te eniger tyd, indien die omstandighede dit vereis, veranderinge aan enige van die gepubliseerde besonderhede aan te bring.
The final published versions of the Autumn Graduation 2026 booklets can be found on the CPUT website at: https://www.cput.ac.za/student/quick-links/graduation/graduation-programme
UNIVERSITY COUNCIL
BALKARAN, R (Prof), D. P Admin
BANGISO, A (Mr), SRC Secretary General
CULLINAN, PM (Mr), MA
DONDASHE, N (Ms), BCom Hons, IndPsy
FAKU, S (Mr), MSc
FISA, S (Mr), MBA
GELA, L (Mr), SRC President
GROENEWALD, L (Dr), PhD
GUMBI, D (Mr), LLM; MBA
KRISHNAMURTHY, S (Prof), PhD
MAHARAJ, S (Mr), CA (SA)
MAPENA, WL (Dr), PhD
MAPUKATA, I (Mr), BTech
MASHWANYELA, C (Mr), MTech
MATIWANE, S (Mr), Hons, MBA
UNIVERSITY OFFICE BEARERS
CHANCELLOR
FIGAJI, B (Prof), DLitt; DEd
CHAIRPERSON OF COUNCIL
PLATZKY, L (Dr), PhD
DEPUTY CHAIRPERSON OF COUNCIL
GUMBI, D (Mr), LLM
VICE-CHANCELLOR
NHLAPO, C (Prof), PhD
FACULTY DEANS
FACULTY OF APPLIED SCIENCES
KIOKO, J (Prof), PhD
FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
MAKHITHA, K (Prof), PhD
DEPUTY VICE-CHANCELLOR: LEARNING AND TEACHING
BALKARAN, R (Prof), D. P Admin
DEPUTY VICE-CHANCELLOR: RESEARCH, TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION AND PARTNERSHIPS
SHELDON, M (Prof), DTech
DEPUTY VICE-CHANCELLOR: OPERATIONS
HAY-SWEMMER, H (Prof), PhD (Acting)
McMAHON, I (Mr), NSC
NGQONDI, T (Prof), PhD
NHLAPO, C (Prof), PhD
PLATZKY, L (Dr), PhD
RAJI, A (A/Prof), PhD
SCHREUDER, BK (Mr), MEd
VABAZA-MVANDABA, A (Ms), CA (SA)
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: OFFICE OF THE VICE-CHANCELLOR
HAY-SWEMMER, H (Prof), PhD
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: FINANCE
DACA, M (Mr), CA (SA)
REGISTRAR
MASALA, PP (Dr), PhD
FACULTY OF EDUCATION
MJI, A (Prof), DEd
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
RAMSUROOP, S (Prof), PhD
FACULTY OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS SCIENCES
BROOKS, N (A/Prof), PhD
FACULTY OF INFORMATICS AND DESIGN
NGQONDI, T (Prof), PhD
The audience is requested to stand while the academic procession enters and leaves the hall.
Volgorde van verrigtinge
Die gehoor word versoek om te staan terwyl die akademiese prosessie die saal binnekom en verlaat.
VAN TURHA, Hillary Erin ** XAKANI, Kulungile ** ZULU, Zamile
MARINE SCIENCE
ABDI, Idmin
ADAM, Mfanelo
BALITI, Ndumiso Terrence
BUTHELEZI, Owethu *
DE BEER, Carmen
HARICOMBE, Naidine
HLELA, Zinhle Cindy
JACOBS, Leigh
JOSEPH, Asisipho
KHOZA, Lungelo Oluhle *
LULWANDLE, Soloko
MAHLANGU, Mpho
MANGALISO, Athenkosi
MAPHUMULO, Aneliswa Alicia Aphiwe
MKAYO, Aviwe
MOHALE, Lemohang
NKOSI, Busisiwe
ROMPEL, Natasje *
ZINCUME, Nqubeko Yolanda
ZWANE, Mpilontle
NATURE CONSERVATION
CARELSEN, Reece Logan
CLARKE, Daniel Carl
COETZEE, Jurgens Johannes
EVERTSON, Nicola
FEBRUARY, Nicole Sheena
HOPE, Damon
HUFKE, Angelo Christopher
KHAN, Shihabuddeen
KHOLOBILE, Ncumisa Nicolene
MABUYA, Kholiseka Coleen
MPENDU, Esona
NOVEMBER, Darren
NZIMA, Ayabulela
O MALLEY, Lisa Racquel
PILLAY, Sai Seolin *
RAMOKOENA, Karabo Oratile
THOLE, Asanele
VAUGHAN, Jarred
POSTGRADUATE
DIPLOMA
AGRICULTURE
JAMES, Silindokuhle
LANGA, Sinenhlanhla Goodness
MOLEKWA, Boitumelo Phillip
NOKERI, Motlatso
CONSERVATION SCIENCE
LEWIS, Amy Monique
MGWABA, Lindokuhle
HORTICULTURE
DUBE, Sbulelo Amahle *
LIPHOLO, Nthabeleng *
LUPONDWANA, Anelisa **
MDODA, Anele
MNGUNI, Karabo Itumeleng
MOKOENA, Lerato
MOLETSANE, Rorisang
MZOBE, Nomfundo Bianca *
NDZUBE, Lihle
NOTAYI, Ibongile *
SAMSUNDER, Keirra *
SIFUBA, Asemahle Shirly
SIRATAZA, Qhamani
SITHOLE, Sicelo
MARINE SCIENCE
APRIL, Kadey Megan *
BANA, Sinovuyo
JACOBS, Leon Marshall
KERR, Sarah Elizabeth
KHAULEZA, Nompofane
LIMBA, Lilita Ericah
MAKENA, Dineo Hellen
MARASI, Yibanathi
MOTUBATSE, Mahlatse Hendrik **
MTOMBENI, Salizwa Athenkosi
MUVHANGO, Aurelia Thabelo
NYENGULE, Onele
PONI, Zintle
SIQOKILE, Amanda
SULAIMAN, Shaakirah
DIPLOMAS AND DEGREES
FACULTY OF APPLIED SCIENCES
MASTER
AGRICULTURE
MANGE, Tokozani *
Title: The insecticidal and repellent activities of extracts of three Allium spp. (Amaryllidaceae) against grapevine mealybug (Planococcus ficus L.)
Supervisors: Prof F Nchu; Prof M Fanadzo
MASILELA, Ayanda Gift
Title: Impact of activated water treatments and packaging systems on physiological responses, phytonutrients and overall quality of minimally processed Swiss chard (Beta vulgaris L.)
Supervisors: Ms NE Nyamende; Prof M Fanadzo; Dr ZA Belay
MSHWESHWE, Asemahle *
Title: Effect of different nitrogen sources and growth media on water use of blueberry cultivated under shade net
Supervisors: Prof FB Lewu; Ms N Mfeka
NDIMANDE, Muhle Pretty
Title: Oviposition and feeding preferences of the groundnut leaf miner (Bilobata subsecivella, Lepidoptera: Gelechiidae) on selected host plants under controlled environmental conditions
Supervisors: Dr NM Buthelezi; Prof M Fanadzo
DIPLOMAS AND DEGREES AWARDED
FACULTY OF APPLIED SCIENCES
CONSERVATION SCIENCE
MENZE, Zikhona
Title: Spatial and temporal distribution of selected metals in the Salt River catchment, Cape Town, South Africa
Supervisors: Prof RG Snyman; Prof JP Odendaal; Prof R Toefy
MARINE SCIENCE
ESAU, Aldean Carmen
Title: Environmental concentrations, characteristics and risk assessment of microplastics in the Olifants and Breede catchments, estuaries and coastal areas, Western Cape, South Africa
Supervisor: Dr CA Sparks
FACULTY OF APPLIED SCIENCES
VICE-CHANCELLOR’S MEDAL RECIPIENT
HILLARY ERIN VAN TURHA
Advanced Diploma in Horticulture
Hillary van Turha was born in 1993 in Cape Town, and matriculated from The Settlers High School in 2011. Her sister is an alumni of CPUT, and that is how she got to know about the University. Also, living in the vicinity of the Campus, she grew up driving past CPUT often, but little did she know that she would end up at the Institution.
She comes from humble beginnings, with both her parents having no formal university education, and acknowledges them as her role models. They did everything they could to afford their children the best opportunities available. At first, her attempt at access to the University did not go as planned. However, she persisted, and eventually gained access.
Hillary graduated her Diploma summa cum laude, and also achieved her Advanced Diploma summa cum laude. In the four years leading to her Diploma and Advanced Diploma, Hillary took 31 subjects, and attained distinctions in every one of them. She is currently pursuing a Postgraduate Diploma in Horticulture.
THE FACULTY OF EDUCATION
DIPLOMAS AND DEGREES
14:00 CEREMONY
ADVANCED DIPLOMA
TECHNICAL AND VOCATIONAL TEACHING
AALBERS, Johannes
BANGI, Yonela
BEJE, Asenathi
DE COSTA, Nolene Louise *
DYANTYI, Ncebakazi
GEORGE, Bianca Riana
GUMBI, Mbali
JERVIS, Gloria Nomalanga
JIKA, Olwethu
KANDISA, Tuliswa
LAIRI, Mphiliseng
MANATSE, Malvern
MASAILE, Patric Kamohelo
MAYANA, Asisipho
NJOLWANA, Portia
NONTSANA, Yongama
NTOMBELA, Phumlani Ian **
SAMUELS, Melanie **
TWALA, Vuyolwethu
VUMENJANI, Inga
WEST, Justin Enslinn
XALISILE, Busisiwe
ZONDANI, Luvolwethu *
ZONDI, Mxolisi
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION HONOURS
EDUCATIONAL MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP
ABRAHAMS, Bahiyyah
DLAMINI, Bekezela Sharon
FENI, Asemahle
FUNANI, Masiviwe
GCUMA, Sibonelo
GQWETA, Afrika
GWAVAVA, Kudakwashe Walter
JAMA, Ayandiswa
JANKIE, Thapelo Ishmael
JANSEN, Amber-Zee Granique
JOSEPH, Hanelise Caleen Jacqueline
KARRIEM, Amy-Leigh
LAWRENCE, Bekithemba *
MADIKIZA, Uyanda Palesa
MAGI, Emily Mapula
MAGWAZA, Nomakhaya
MAPI, Kwakho
MATANGA, Nelisa
MATYANA, Sanelisiwe
MEJE, Milisa
MENDU, Avela
MKUTUKANA, Zimi
MNGQUMEVU, Sandisiwe
MORRIS, Melria Adri
MZANANDA, Alungile
MZINDLWA, Phamela
NAHA, Dikeledi
NAKO, Azizipho
NGAPHI, Sphenathi
NGCAMLA, Khuselo
NGQUNGE, Liso
NGQWARUBE, Kwanele
NKOBO, Anita Sibahle
NTSIMANGO, Amahle
PETERSEN, Anha-Lee Monique
PHALISO, Zikhona *
PHEWA, Lungelo
RANGULA, Beauty Thandekile *
SAMUELS, Mickayla Danicha
SIDIMA, Aziphiwe
SIJAKO, Chwayitisa Joy *
SMITH, Sinazo
SOMPHINO, Esona
STEYL, Alewyn
STEYL, Bernard
TINZI, Aviwe
VAN DER WESTHUIZEN, Muller
VAN WYK, Michaline *
VUTULA, Lonah
ZWEZWE, Amanda
FACULTY OF EDUCATION
TEACHING AND LEARNING
ABRAHAMS, Laaiqah
ALEXANDER, Rashieda Lynnsane
BAM, Sinazo
BANGISO, Ababalwe
BASSON, Robyn
BLOEMETJE, Gretchen Lana *
BUSAKWE, Lisakhanya Asonke
CABANE, Sinazo
CETYWAYO, Zintle
CICI, Vuyeka
DAVIDS, Cher
DAYIMANI, Samkelo
DE KLERK, Bianca
DUBA, Khalipha
ERNEST, Revaldo Maxwell
FALTEIN, Siyamthanda
FRANSMAN, Rallvon
GARA, Nyasha Patience
GEORGE, Marcelle Taryn
GQIBITHOLE, Siyawandisa
GUMEKE, Sivuyile
GUZULA, Aphelele
GWABE, Mlibokazi
HUMAN, Isabella
JAPTHA, Kimberlin Lorrainda
KEKANA, Sinalo
KLAAS, Amandisa
MADOLWANA, Ntombizonke
MAKASI, Vuyiswa
MAKUNGA, Sithembiso
MANJATI, Yolisa
MANTASHI, Thuliswa
MANYEBESA, Akhona Yolanda
MAPELA, Yolisa
MATIWANE, Makaziwe
MAYEKISO, Sanelisiwe
MAYEZA, Nomathamsanqa
MBELEKANA, Vuyokazi Pearl
MBUKULWA, Ethel Anam
MBUTHUMA, Nosipho
MCCARTHY, Hesslinn Demonique
MDUNYELWA, Andiswa Cellin
DIPLOMAS AND DEGREES AWARDED
FACULTY OF EDUCATION
MEBO, Siphosethu Trevor
MGO, Monde Benjamin
MIKE, Audrey Aushlin
MKHABELA, Sifiso Frank MNCAMASE, Zamadinda Ongeziwe *
MOHAMED, Ayesha **
MPHOTHANE, Azola
MSIZA, Mduduzi Abram
MSIZA, Mxolisi Andries
NDABA, Anele
NDZWANA, Lindokuhle
NGIDI, Nondumiso Perfect
NOHAJI, Nonkazimlo Yolokazi
NONGINGI, Noxolo Tryphina
NONJIWU, Luvuyo
NOZOZO, Nomasiviwe
NTSHINKA, Emihle
PAPIER, Muzeeta Elvina
PAWULI, Simoxolo
PETERSEN, Lutchiano Marchiano
PONTSO, Phindeka
PRETORIUS, Lijscha *
QAKATHAYO, Onene
QOKO, Ayanda
RAMALEPA, Bokamoso Precious
RHODA, Lusanda Donald
SIMONS-RYKLIEF, Malikah *
SIXOLO, Liyabona
SONGELWA, Ziyanda
TALIEP, Bilqees *
TAPILE, Afikile
THEJANA, Nthabiseng
THOMAS, Nicole Angeliqe
TSHANYELA, Milisa Onako *
TYODANA, Nomgcobo
TYUTYANI, Nolubabalo Letitia
VILJOEN, Stephnie
VUZANE, Zabathwa
WONXI, Sicelokuhle
XHOKWA, Sinoxolo Monica
XIMBA, S’Phokazi Anele *
YALWA, Simamkele
YAYASE, Someleze
YIMPI, Sibaphiwe
ZIKWE, Siphelele
ZUZANI, Vuyokazi Angel
MASTER EDUCATION
CLOETE, Clifford Jerome
Title: Perceptions of educator’s digital competencies for technology integration into Grade 7 curriculum delivery
Supervisors: Prof A Chigona; Prof C Livingston
MEHLO, Nikezwa Triphina
Title: Analysis of errors produced by NCV-level 2 students when solving linear equations with fractional coefficients
Supervisors: Dr S McAuliffe; Dr M Jacobs
SIPHUNGU, Nomalibongwe
Title: Grade 4 teachers’ first additional language reading intervention strategies to IsiXhosa learners
Supervisors: Dr S Chaudhari; Dr A Swart
SODLAKA, Chuma Joy
Title: Exploring teachers’ experiences of the educator assistant programme in a high school in the Metro East education district (WCED)
Supervisors: Dr R Liebenberg; Dr S Kriger
VAN ZYL, Jean-Mari
Title: Foundation phase pre-service teachers’ reflections on a reading intervention programme
Supervisors: Prof J Condy; Dr C Kriel
DOCTOR
EDUCATION
SINGH, Shah Gershom
Title: A flexible service-learning model for Generation Z students at a university of technology
Supervisors: Prof AJF Dippenaar; Prof DL Scholtz
DOCTORATE IN EDUCATION
SHAH
GERSHOM SINGH
Master’s in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)
SUPERVISOR
Prof Hanlie Dippenaar
CO-SUPERVISOR
Prof Desiree Scholtz
TITLE: A FLEXIBLE SERVICE-LEARNING MODEL FOR GENERATION Z STUDENTS AT A UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
Traditional service-learning (SL) models were not designed with Generation Z (Gen Z) students in mind. This study, conducted at a South African University of Technology during the COVID-19 pandemic, explored the learning preferences, characteristics, and service-learning experiences of Gen Z students to inform the development of a flexible SL model. A mixed-method case study employed semi-structured interviews, a focus group, and an online survey to gather data from Gen Z students and SL lecturers. The findings show that these students have diverse learning styles, describe themselves as hardworking and compassionate, and found SL experiences transformative. However, they lacked a clear understanding of the reciprocal principles of service-learning, often defaulting to a “save the world” mindset. The pandemic exposed how fragile face-to-face SL models are under pressure. In response, the study proposes a flexible SL model incorporating Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Universal Design for Learning, and a Transformative Learning Review guide. The model supports meaningful student participation regardless of physical limitations, without sacrificing the relational and reflective core of SL.
Title: Modulation of high glucoseinduced oxidative stress using Cannabis Sativa Plant extracts in HEPG2 cells
Supervisors: Prof JL Marnewick; Dr T Docrat; Dr N Sheik Abdul
ROELOFSE, Charlotte Veronica
Title: Salvage of red blood cell units containing haemolysis by a cell wash process in George blood bank
Supervisors: Dr D Bester; Dr L Van der Westhuizen
THWALA, Lucille Deanne
Title: Antibacterial activity and immunomodulatory effects of fractions isolated from Cotyledon orbiculata
Supervisors: Dr S Meyer; Dr L Mciteka
RADIOGRAPHY
BASARDIEN, Aneeqa
Title: Diagnostic Radiographers’ knowledge about the management of Non-accidental Injury
Supervisors: Dr A Speelman; Dr H Thomas
DOCTOR
RADIOGRAPHY
KOCH, Gerhardus George Visser
Title: Individual patient radiation dose tracking guidelines for the South African healthcare system
Supervisors: Prof P Engel-Hills; Prof H Friedrich-Nel; Prof R Pitcher
FACULTY OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS SCIENCES
DOCTOR OF RADIOGRAPHY
GERHARDUS GEORGE VISSER KOCH
Master in Health Sciences: Radiography SUPERVISOR
Prof Penelope Engel-Hills EXTERNAL SUPERVISORS
Prof Hesta Friedrich-Nel; Prof Richard Pitcher
TITLE: INDIVIDUAL PATIENT RADIATION DOSE TRACKING GUIDELINES FOR THE SOUTH AFRICAN HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
Patient radiation safety in the medical imaging environment remains a critical concern, particularly because of the risks associated with individual patients from cumulative exposure to ionising radiation. This study was conducted to contribute to the search for mechanisms to lower the potential for patients developing radiation-induced injuries and cancers from repeated medical imaging examinations. In this qualitative study, data collected from three professional groups (radiographers, radiologists, and medical physicists) contributed to the development of a model and a framework of guidelines to support the implementation of individual patient radiation dose tracking within the South African healthcare system. Gerhardus Koch utilised the personcentred care theory, through the constructs of the Donabedian model for healthcare improvement, as his theoretical framework. The model and framework are novel contributions to the field, and are seen as enablers of a collaborative approach to creating an improved, radiation-conscious environment in the health sector. There has been one publication and an international conference presentation, with more publications and international collaboration planned.
